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Raghu Rai, Padma Shri photojournalist and first Indian in Magnum Photos, died in April 2026
Eminent photojournalist Raghu Rai died in New Delhi on 26 April 2026 at the age of 83.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 26 April 2026, eminent Indian photojournalist and Padma Shri awardee Raghu Rai died in New Delhi at the age of 83.
Key specifics
- Raghu Rai was born in Jhang, present-day Pakistan.
- He received the Padma Shri in 1972.
- He became the first Indian photographer invited to Magnum Photos in 1977.
- His major coverage included the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War refugee crisis and the 1984 Operation Blue Star.
- He authored over 40 books, including “A Day in the Life of India” and “The Sikhs” (1983).
Exam lens
Question type: Awards and personalities, Raghu Rai, 1972 Padma Shri, 1977 Magnum Photos, 40+ books. TNPSC may ask his birthplace, award year and first Indian photographer milestone.